"Down grade" from a BMW, suggestions? choices?

AllBlackBimmer · 11-29-2012, 08:37 PM

I am considering parting ways with my car.

On one hand, BMWs are my "dream car" and have always wanted one, however at this point, I think I may want a house more. I "only" have a 328 and an m3 is my true dream car.

My warranty is up in about 3 months and don't know if I feel like dealing with unexpected repairs or expected - I.e. the water pump

It's an 08, 65k on it.

I may keep it and risk it or get an extended warranty but I drive a lot for work so it might not be worth it in the long run.

I own it, well 2 years left oh payments, but i am not upside down on my loan or would be for some time.

Long story short...
if you have to get rid of your BMW for a "lesser" car, what would you go with?

Suggestions?

I have always been into sporty cars, had an Mitsubishi eclipse when I was 16 with rims and a kit, then a Nissan se-r. Always have had a true manual trans including my BMW, would like a somewhat "fun to drive car"

Nothing like a Bimmer though.

ken1137 · 11-29-2012, 08:44 PM

VW GTi or Subaru WRX...I forgot, the BRZ

Njprince0226 · 11-29-2012, 08:46 PM

Toyota Prius

BmerMeUp · 11-29-2012, 08:46 PM

I'm sorry to hear of your fork-in-the-road situation, my fellow forum friend.

My dream car has always been a BMW, and it took me about 30 years to own one. Anything I owned before that was merely reliable transportation.

I would say the best downgrade will be the one you can afford and don't mind driving.

Smooth 330i · 11-29-2012, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllBlackBimmer

I am considering parting ways with my car.

On one hand, BMWs are my "dream car" and have always wanted one, however at this point, I think I may want a house more. I "only" have a 328 and an m3 is my true dream car.

My warranty is up in about 3 months and don't know if I feel like dealing with unexpected repairs or expected - I.e. the water pump

It's an 08, 65k on it.

I may keep it and risk it or get an extended warranty but I drive a lot for work so it might not be worth it in the long run.

I own it, well 2 years left oh payments, but i am not upside down on my loan or would be for some time.

Long story short...
if you have to get rid of your BMW for a "lesser" car, what would you go with?

Suggestions?

I have always been into sporty cars, had an Mitsubishi eclipse when I was 16 with rims and a kit, then a Nissan se-r. Always have had a true manual trans including my BMW, would like a somewhat "fun to drive car"

Nothing like a Bimmer though.

Infiniti G37s

I test drove sedan 6MT. It doesn't ride and handle like BMW but you get a lot of car for $ (it has LSD for example) and reliability is high. Very hard to find loaded 6MT.

CombatNinja · 11-29-2012, 08:48 PM

You act like a 2008 328 is some kind of incredible car. Seriously...

AllBlackBimmer · 11-29-2012, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ken1137

VW GTi or Subaru WRX.

I will never own a VW, so moving on...

GTIs are nice cars, and fun to drive, but not for me.

I have already thought about a wax, my buddy has one with over 450 hp to the wheels, beastly little cars, but man, they are ugly

... Actually look better with roof racks

srSheepdog · 11-29-2012, 08:52 PM

What price range are you looking for? Is pre-owned an option for you? Help us out a little bit.

AllBlackBimmer · 11-29-2012, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CombatNinja

You act like a 2008 328 is some kind of incredible car. Seriously...

No I am not.

Some people work hard to afford some of the nicer things in life, where some others do not always see things from that perspective, perhaps coming from a well off situation. Some take pride in working hard and rewarding themselves, where others just may not fully appreciate their situation.

I am not claiming to have a Ferrari or Bentley, or am treating it as such. Maybe where you are from and live, a entry level bmw is the same as a push scooter, others come from places where even having a car is good enough.

Amini77 · 11-29-2012, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CombatNinja

You act like a 2008 328 is some kind of incredible car. Seriously...

Maybe you're just spoiled

Trojan4evr · 11-29-2012, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CombatNinja

You act like a 2008 328 is some kind of incredible car. Seriously...

For him it is.

AllBlackBimmer · 11-29-2012, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by srSheepdog

What price range are you looking for? Is pre-owned an option for you? Help us out a little bit.

Prob less than 15-17 g's... More of a " reliable" car than bmw, which is obviously debatable.... Anyone drive any of newer Acura TL or tsx?

Amini77 · 11-29-2012, 08:58 PM

The new honda accords seem great. Don't go for a VW I hear those aren't reliable. Toyota and Honda are your safest bet honestly and now days they aren't bad at all. Don't forget KIA, Hyundai, Lexus, and Infinity.

The Low Key OG · 11-29-2012, 09:01 PM

Can't go wrong with a Honda S2000.

Accord V6 6MT Coupe is also a great option.

KORALLROT · 11-29-2012, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CombatNinja

You act like a 2008 328 is some kind of incredible car. Seriously...

It is to some (most) people. Any BMW is. Get off your high horse.

OP, I would say a 2006/8 civic is a truly solid car. Also, brz, BRZ ... BRZ!

AllBlackBimmer · 11-29-2012, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Low Key OG

Can't go wrong with a Honda S2000.

Accord V6 6MT Coupe is also a great option.

S2000s are awesome, but very unpractical

would be a great weekend car.

What About an older model bmw... Late 90s or early 2000s models? or older? i see a bunch of them on the road, they have to be somewhat cheaper to fix

or is that not correct

. I have a local bmw Indy...

cris4 · 11-29-2012, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amini77

The new honda accords seem great. Don't go for a VW I hear those aren't reliable. Toyota and Honda are your safest bet honestly and now days they aren't bad at all. Don't forget KIA, Hyundai, Lexus, and Infinity.

I've had my VW R32 for eight years and never had a problem. You couldn't give me one of those other cars you mentioned.

pepsih · 11-29-2012, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllBlackBimmer

I will never own a VW, so moving on...

GTIs are nice cars, and fun to drive, but not for me.

I have already thought about a wax, my buddy has one with over 450 hp to the wheels, beastly little cars, but man, they are ugly

... Actually look better with roof racks

why not ? ???
did you check the new jetta gli ?

laser · 11-29-2012, 09:32 PM

If you like your car .... keep it.

Should easily go twice that mileage and more with just a little maintenance.

Unless its been a problem and you want to trade it ...... you know the car and how its been driven!

Amini77 · 11-29-2012, 09:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cris4

I've had my VW R32 for eight years and never had a problem. You couldn't give me one of those other cars you mentioned.

New Kia Optimas are pretty sick IMO, Lexus makes pretty cool cars too now so idk what you're saying. The guy wants to downgrade

Saintor · 11-29-2012, 09:45 PM

I don't think that there is anything serious that would prevent you to enjoy your car for 2 more years, unless you consider every repair a problem.

The water pump is a rare issue on 2007+ N52.

I decided to keep mine for 7-8 years or 110000 miles. Arbitrary "economical" life.

If I was looking for a less premium platform, I think that I would go with a compact and mod it. Ford Focus (maybe ST), GLI or Civic 2013.

Kolyan2k · 11-29-2012, 09:51 PM

2000-2001 740i sport or e39 540i Msport 6-speed manual

Can find both for about 5-7k

11-29-2012, 08:37 PM	#1
AllBlackBimmer Captain Drives: 2008 328i E90 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Central PA area Posts: 931 iTrader: (0)	"Down grade" from a BMW, suggestions? choices? I am considering parting ways with my car. On one hand, BMWs are my "dream car" and have always wanted one, however at this point, I think I may want a house more. I "only" have a 328 and an m3 is my true dream car. My warranty is up in about 3 months and don't know if I feel like dealing with unexpected repairs or expected - I.e. the water pump It's an 08, 65k on it. I may keep it and risk it or get an extended warranty but I drive a lot for work so it might not be worth it in the long run. I own it, well 2 years left oh payments, but i am not upside down on my loan or would be for some time. Long story short... if you have to get rid of your BMW for a "lesser" car, what would you go with? Suggestions? I have always been into sporty cars, had an Mitsubishi eclipse when I was 16 with rims and a kit, then a Nissan se-r. Always have had a true manual trans including my BMW, would like a somewhat "fun to drive car" Nothing like a Bimmer though. __________________ 2008 328i E90 Jet Black:6MT:Premium:Sport: Dark Walunt/all black interior:Xenon:19" Beyern mesh wheels:35% Tint: DEPO Blacklines
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Amini77 Colonel Drives: SGM E90 330xi Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Tarzana, CA Posts: 2,471 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330XI [0.00]	The new honda accords seem great. Don't go for a VW I hear those aren't reliable. Toyota and Honda are your safest bet honestly and now days they aren't bad at all. Don't forget KIA, Hyundai, Lexus, and Infinity. __________________ Instagram: amini77

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The Low Key OG Veni Vidi Vici Drives: Fast Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 444 iTrader: (0)	Can't go wrong with a Honda S2000. Accord V6 6MT Coupe is also a great option. __________________ 2009 E90 328i - Space Grey Metallic on Black // iDrive // Premium Package // 6AT Coming sooner or later - 19" wheels on 235/265 tires // White Angel Eyes // Black Kidneys // Painted Reflectors // Straight Pipes // BMS PB // 35% Tint // Interior Wrap

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Saintor Colonel Drives: E90 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: MTL, Canada Posts: 2,231 iTrader: (1)	I don't think that there is anything serious that would prevent you to enjoy your car for 2 more years, unless you consider every repair a problem. The water pump is a rare issue on 2007+ N52. I decided to keep mine for 7-8 years or 110000 miles. Arbitrary "economical" life. If I was looking for a less premium platform, I think that I would go with a compact and mod it. Ford Focus (maybe ST), GLI or Civic 2013. __________________ 2007 E90 AW 323i Step \| Lowered 1.25"/1" \| BMW Performance Exhaust \| PBX \| Debadged \| Scangauge II \| Style 162 18" & 161 17" wheels & rear 15mm spacers

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11-29-2012, 08:46 PM	#4
BmerMeUp Second Lieutenant Drives: Cinderella: 2008 E91 328xi Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ontario Posts: 279 iTrader: (0)	I'm sorry to hear of your fork-in-the-road situation, my fellow forum friend. My dream car has always been a BMW, and it took me about 30 years to own one. Anything I owned before that was merely reliable transportation. I would say the best downgrade will be the one you can afford and don't mind driving.

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CombatNinja Defender of the Universe Drives: e91 328i, e90 328i, e90 335i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: United States Posts: 1,031 iTrader: (0)	You act like a 2008 328 is some kind of incredible car. Seriously...

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srSheepdog Private First Class Drives: 07 335i - Montego Blue Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 110 iTrader: (0)	What price range are you looking for? Is pre-owned an option for you? Help us out a little bit.

11-29-2012, 09:32 PM	#19
laser Commodore Drives: 328i / S2000 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Atlanta Posts: 37 iTrader: (0)	If you like your car .... keep it. Should easily go twice that mileage and more with just a little maintenance. Unless its been a problem and you want to trade it ...... you know the car and how its been driven!

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Kolyan2k Brigadier General Drives: 2006 S2000 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,466 iTrader: (1)	2000-2001 740i sport or e39 540i Msport 6-speed manual Can find both for about 5-7k Last edited by Kolyan2k; 11-29-2012 at 09:58 PM.

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